Domata is a beach of rare natural beauty, located east of Sougia and 58 km south of Chania. The beach is the ending point of the wild and rugged gorge of Klados. The name Domata i.e. roofs, comes from the staggered arrangement of the rocks that remind of huge walls. The vast quantities of pebbles and dirt that are brought here by the gorge, the perpetual undulation of the sea and the air have contributed to their creation.
The beach has fine pebbles and crystal clear blue waters. The area has no roads and any infrastructure is absent. The numerous pine trees near the beach offer natural shade and a good camping spot. The southernmost part of the beach, separated by rocks from the main beach of Domata, is called “Kolotrividis” after the homonymous cape.
Access to Domata is possible either through the E4 European trail (3 -4 hours on foot) or by boat. However, when following the trail, the slopes in some points are quite dangerous, as the trail climbs at an altitude of 700m.
